Cristiano Ronaldo‘s long-awaited return to Al-Nassr has taken another unexpected turn after the club’s coaching staff reportedly decided to extend his post-World Cup break. The development comes as fresh speculation surrounding the Portuguese star’s personal life continues to circulate, with rumours of an imminent wedding to Georgina Rodríguez drawing widespread attention despite repeated signs that no ceremony is currently planned.
Ronaldo handed extra time off by Al-Nassr
Ronaldo has not yet returned to Al-Nassr following Portugal’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they were eliminated by Spain in the Round of 16.According to 365Scores Arabic, Al-Nassr’s coaching staff, led by Ange Postecoglou, have decided against rushing the 41-year-old back into action and have instead granted him additional time to recover before the new season.The report states that Ronaldo is expected to miss Al-Nassr’s Saudi Pro League opener against Al-Fateh as well as the King’s Cup clash with Al-Diriyah.Instead, his competitive return is now expected to come against Al-Riyadh on August 21, giving him additional time to recover after an emotionally demanding campaign with Portugal.Al-Nassr completed their pre-season training camp in Lisbon on August 5 before returning to Riyadh, but Ronaldo was not expected to join the squad during the overseas preparations.on August 5 before returning to Riyadh, but Ronaldo was not expected to join the squad during the overseas preparations.
Wedding rumours continue despite family response
Ronaldo’s extended absence has also fuelled speculation that he had taken time away to marry long-term partner Georgina Rodríguez.However, those reports have repeatedly been questioned by people close to the family.Ronaldo’s sister, Elma Aveiro, publicly dismissed the speculation on Instagram, writing: “Why do people think Ronaldo is getting married when he’s never even announced it himself?” She also questioned why media outlets continued reporting on the subject despite the absence of any confirmation from the couple.Ronaldo himself also appeared to brush aside the claims.After seeing social media reports suggesting journalists were waiting in Madeira to photograph his supposed wedding, the Al-Nassr captain responded with a series of laughing emojis, seemingly mocking the speculation.
Crowds reportedly gathered in Madeira
The rumours nevertheless gathered momentum after reports claimed that hundreds of people assembled outside a church in Madeira expecting Ronaldo and Rodríguez to arrive for a wedding ceremony.No ceremony ultimately took place, adding further confusion to the speculation surrounding the couple.Neither Ronaldo nor Rodríguez has publicly announced any wedding plans.For now, the focus appears to remain on Ronaldo’s eventual return to football rather than any major personal milestone. According to the latest reports, Al-Nassr are prioritising ensuring their captain is fully rested before bringing him back into the squad, even if that means delaying his first appearance of the new season until later this month.
